Virginia Administrative Code
Title 22 - SOCIAL SERVICES
Agency 40 - DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Chapter 771 - ADULT SERVICES APPROVED PROVIDERS
Section 22VAC40-771-80 - Allowable variance
Current through Register Vol. 41, No. 3, September 23, 2024
A. The provider may request an allowable variance on a standard if the variance does not jeopardize the safety and proper care of the adult or violate federal, state, or local law and the local department approves the request.
B. The local department shall consult with the state adult services consultant prior to granting an allowable variance.
C. The allowable variance shall be in writing with a copy maintained by the local department and the provider.
D. The local department and the provider shall develop a plan to meet the applicable standard for which the allowable variance has been granted.
E. The allowable variance shall be requested and granted by the local department prior to the approval of the provider or at the time of the provider's renewal.
Statutory Authority
§§ 63.2-217, 63.2-1600, 63.2-1601, and 63.2-1601.1 of the Code of Virginia.
